He’s in trouble all his life.
Den dey lay Reuben down so low.
Dat you Reuben?
Dat you Reuben?
Den dey laid Reuben down so low.
Says ol’ Reuben mus’ go back,
When he pawn his watch an’ hack.
Den dey laid Reuben down so low.
Says ol’ Reuben mus’ be dead,
When he laid upon his bed.